December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/7/2023
Manufactured 1923. Standard configuration of Colt's subcompact pistol, with 2 line Colt address and patent information on left side of slide, caliber on right. 2 piece checkered walnut grips with silver medallions, case color safety, trigger, and grip safety. Normal proofs and subinspector proofs on trigger guard. 2 tone magazine. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Overall very good, retaining virtually all of the factory bluing with some minor marks from age scattered throughout. Some minor silvering, somewhat heavier at muzzle, probably from holster wear. Some silvering to reciprocating areas. Case colors are good on trigger, grip safety, and thumb safety. Mechanically fine, bore is good with some mild frosting and softened lands.